 Employee’s advocate:

One of the main reasons why employees leave companies is because of problems with their

managers. An HR professional can be termed an employee’s advocate and  a bridge between top

management and employees at all levels. There is a huge gap between HR professionals and

employees in terms of understanding challenges

and delivering requirements. HR has not really understood the problems associated with

employees’ careers and jobs. The company’s overall plans and strategies also depend on HR

professionals as they voice employees’ problems and requirements. 

The HR departmentshould have genuine interest in the employees’ welfare…it isresponsible for

making sure that their expectations are met. By doing this it is easier to meet the company’s

business targets

Handling attrition?

Earlier the retention was the sole responsibility of HR Department and at the most the

department heads will be accountable for the retention of talent.

In companies the wheels have changed and multidimensional approach needs to be adopted.

More of concerted efforts only would help to retain the talent. Everyone has to contribute to hold

the employees little longer period. All the leading companies are trying several methods to retain

the talent and few of those innovative HR practices are: (based on a survey)

 Providing stimulating work environment:

In terms of stated work pressure, only 17% have claimed ‘light pressure’. This may point to a

reasonably high-pressure environment in conventional terms, not realized as most respondents

have no other industry experience. The atmosphere at the workplace however, was generally

positive

   Free transport and free food:

Majority of the breaks were for meals and there were no significant problems faced in taking the

breaks.

 Good rewards and recognition programmed:

As many as 56% admitted to being asked to work overtime 44% refused the question implying

that conditions are created such that all probably are coerced into working overtime. The

oppressive part was further that as high as 41% claimed to not having been paid for overtime

 Recreation clubs, Canteens, Entertain programs fun activities.

Within the work area: Many companies have canteens though the quality of food is not

great.

 Good pay and benefits: A huge 58% of starters are dissatisfied with their promised

packages is-a-vies delivered salary.

 Other practices include: - Promotions and salary increase on a regular basis.- Better

learning opportunities, Encourage enroll for distance learning programs.-Regular holiday

packages, gifts, outings etc.